BJP President Rajnath Singh on Sunday condoled the loss of lives in the stampede at Allahabad Railway station.

Singh urged Railway Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav to strengthen the arrangements in the city during the Maha Kumbh.

The BJP chief also sought immediate help and relief for the injured and adequate compensation to the kin of the victims.

Singh talked to the Railway Minister and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and enquired about the relief and rehabilitation efforts.

At least 36 persons were killed and scores of others injured on Sunday night in a stampede at Allahabad railway station teeming with thousands of pilgrims returning after a holy dip at the 'Maha Kumbh'.